The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.
Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
The Goddard School's AdvancED and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX. Learning Program reaches more than 45,000 students in 430+ Goddard Schools in 35 states.
The Goddard School's comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.
To learn more about The Goddard School, please visit www.goddardschool.com. Learning for fun. Learning for life.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning for Fun. Learning for Life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Goddard School?
The application deadline for The Goddard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Goddard School located?
The Goddard School is located in the Highland Commercial neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in Highland Commercial.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Goddard School is Pieceful Solutions Llc (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Christ Greenfield School (1.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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Pieceful Solutions Llc
Special Education School
5222 E Baseline Rd, Ste 108
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students
Smart Schools Llc
Alternative School (Christian)
4540 E Baseline Rd Ste 112
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 689-5999
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 689-5999
0.8 miles
Gr: 12 | 150 students Tuition listed
425 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 488 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
3901 East Guadalupe Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-3737
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-3737
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pieceful Solutions Llc
Special Education School
5222 E Baseline Rd, Ste 108
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students
Smart Schools Llc
Alternative School (Christian)
4540 E Baseline Rd Ste 112
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 689-5999
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 689-5999
0.8 miles
Gr: 12 | 150 students Tuition listed
2055 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 275-2212
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 275-2212
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 160 students
Serenity Learning Center ![Serenity Learning Center Photo]( "Serenity Learning Center Photo")
Alternative School
2740 East Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 757-5350
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 757-5350
3.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 52 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pathways School
Special Education School
1540 N Burk St
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 259-7788
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 259-7788
3.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 121 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pieceful Solutions Llc
Special Education School
5222 E Baseline Rd, Ste 108
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 309-4792
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students
425 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 488 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3335 East Baseline Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-4255
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-4255
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students
2055 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 275-2212
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 275-2212
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 160 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
425 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 488 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
3901 East Guadalupe Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-3737
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-3737
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Tuition listed
3335 East Baseline Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-4255
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-4255
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students
Superstition KinderCare ![Superstition KinderCare Photo - Superstition KinderCare]( "Superstition KinderCare Photo - Superstition KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
7019 E. Baseline Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 396-4969
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 396-4969
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
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Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3777 E Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1359
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1359
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 561 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Challenger Basic School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1315 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 830-1750
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 830-1750
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 274 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1535 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2022
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2022
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4949 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 889 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Legacy Traditional School Gilbert
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2747 S Recker Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 397-9260
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 397-9260
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 960 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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